Serving 1,748 students in grades 9-12, North Miami Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Miami Senior High School serves the northeast part of Miami, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Miami Senior High School's student population of 1,748 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,748 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Miami Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Miami Senior High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3316 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
81%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Miami Senior High School's ranking?
North Miami Senior High School is ranked #3316 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Miami Senior High School often compared to?
North Miami Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Miami Beach Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Miami Senior High School?
The graduation rate of North Miami Senior High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Miami Senior High School?
1,748 students attend North Miami Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Miami Senior High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Miami Senior High School?
North Miami Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Miami Senior High School offer ?
North Miami Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Miami Senior High School part of?
North Miami Senior High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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